| Ann Richards | |
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| 42nd President of the United States | |
| In office: January 20, 1993 - January 20, 2001 | |
| Vice President: | Paul Tsongas (1993-1997) Bob Kerrey (1997-2001) |
| Preceded by: | Howard Baker |
| Succeded by: | Douglas Wilder |
| 43rd Governor of Texas | |
| In office: January 15, 1987 – December 11, 1992 | |
| Preceded by: | Bill Clements |
| Succeded by: | Bob Bullock |
| Texas State Treasurer | |
| In office: 1983-1987 | |
| Preceded by: | Mark White |
| Succeded by: |
Kailey B. Hutchinson |
| Biography | |
| Born: | September 1, 1933 Lakeview, Texas |
| Birth name: | Dorothy Ann Willis |
| Nationality: | American |
| Political party: | Democratic |
| Spouse: | David Richards |
| Alma mater: | Baylor University |
| Occupation: | Teacher |
| Religion: | United Methodist |
Dorothy Ann Willis Richards (September 1, 1933-July 12, 2003) was an American politician who served as the 42nd President of the United States from 1993 to 2001. She was the first woman to hold the office. Prior to being president, Richards served as the Governor of Texas from 1987-1992. After a successful early career as a teacher and member of the Democratic Party, Richards was elected Texas State Treasurer. In 1986, following a successful management of the Treasury of Texas, Richards was elected Governor, defeating her Republican opponent handily. Richards was later reelected in 1990.